Syracuse Orange Playoffs 2026
Syracuse Orange 2026 playoff page. The Syracuse are 4-5, 10th in the ACC with a +35 point differential and a 1-game losing streak.
Last time out they lost to the Clemson Tigers 13-18 at home. Next up: away at the North Carolina State Wolfpack (4-5) on Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 12:00 PM EST. Their remaining opponents have a combined 0.593 record, including 1 game against teams currently in playoff position.
Syracuse Playoff Outlook
Last game
L 13-18 vs 
Clemson Tigers
· Week 1
Next game
at 
North Carolina State Wolfpack (4-5)
· Week 1
Remaining schedule
3 games left · opponents’ record 0.593 · 1 vs current playoff teams
ACC Standings
| # | Team | W-L | Div | Diff | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Wake Forest Demon Deacons | 8-1 | 2-0 | +247 | W2 |
| 2 |  Miami Hurricanes | 8-1 | 3-0 | +232 | L1 |
| 3 |  Duke Blue Devils | 7-2 | 3-1 | +180 | W3 |
| 4 |  Southern Methodist Mustangs | 7-2 | 3-1 | +127 | W1 |
| 5 |  Louisville Cardinals | 6-3 | 3-0 | +134 | W3 |
| 6 |  Virginia Tech Hokies | 6-3 | 2-1 | +93 | L1 |
| 7 | Clemson Tigers | 6-3 | 2-1 | +18 | W2 |
| 8 |  Pittsburgh Panthers | 6-3 | 1-2 | +109 | W1 |
| 9 |  North Carolina Tar Heels | 5-4 | 1-2 | +39 | W1 |
| 10 | Syracuse Orange | 4-5 | 2-2 | +35 | L1 |
| 11 |  Stanford Cardinal | 4-5 | 1-1 | -153 | L1 |
| 12 |  Florida State Seminoles | 4-5 | 1-2 | +21 | W1 |
| 13 |  Boston College Eagles | 4-5 | 2-2 | -46 | L2 |
| 14 | North Carolina State Wolfpack | 4-5 | 1-2 | +12 | L1 |
| 15 |  Virginia Cavaliers | 4-5 | 0-3 | +25 | L3 |
| 16 |  California Golden Bears | 3-6 | 0-3 | -87 | L3 |
| 17 |  Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets | 2-7 | 0-4 | -75 | L4 |
Season Trend
Syracuse Playoff Push: 2026 Schedule and Results
| Wk | Date | Opponent | Opp. record | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | vs Louisville | 6-3 | L 26-34 | |
| 1 | at North Carolina | 5-4 | W 31-30 | |
| 1 | vs SMU | 7-2 | W 30-27 | |
| 1 | vs Clemson | 6-3 | L 13-18 | |
| 1 | at NC State | 4-5 | ||
| 1 | at Boston College | 4-5 | ||
| 1 | vs  Notre Dame #11 | 8-1 |
This Syracuse Orange playoffs page refreshes after every Syracuse game: record, seed, magic number and remaining schedule. Compare them with the rest of the ACC playoff picture, or see their projected route on the bracket.
Syracuse Orange playoffs FAQ
Are the Syracuse Orange in the 2026 playoffs?
No, they have been eliminated from the 2026 playoffs.
What seed would the Syracuse be?
They are outside the six playoff spots in the ACC today.
Who leads the ACC?
Wake Forest Demon Deacons (8-1); the Syracuse are 10th.
When is the next Syracuse game?
Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 12:00 PM EST, away at the North Carolina State Wolfpack.
How hard is the Syracuse remaining schedule?
3 games left against opponents with a combined 0.593 record; 1 against teams currently in playoff position.
How can the Syracuse clinch a playoff spot?
Win the ACC, or finish with one of the five best records among ACC non-division-winners. A magic number appears here once a berth is within reach.
What is the Syracuse record at home and on the road?
1-2 at home, 1-0 away; 2-2 in the division and 2-2 in the half.